Project Manager Electric Distribution

We specialize in planning and upgrading electric distribution systems leveraging decades of experience with power producers utilities commercial and industrial facilities and municipalities. Our expertise spans distribution planning analysis tools feeder design voltage control and grid modernization programs. Our engineering teams coordinate capacity expansion and delivery projects to enhance system reliability including downtown networks power lines and underground and overhead planning. We also provide comprehensive inspections and permitting before commissioning. Our ENTRUST geospatial and data analytics support combined with advanced automation tools ensures precise reporting and documentation across distribution routes.

As a Project Manager youll lead electric distribution design and engineering programs supporting our clients distribution systems in the Mid-Atlantic region. This is a programâbased role not a oneâoff project positionyoull oversee a steady pipeline of distribution work that keeps the electric grid reliable modern and ready for future demand.

Youll partner closely with client stakeholders internal engineering and design teams and external agencies to deliver highâquality workon time on budget and in line with client and program standards.

This role blends project delivery client partnership and team leadership. Heres what youll do:

• Lead a portfolio of electric distribution design projects and programs including overhead and underground work system upgrades and modernization efforts
• Own scope schedule budget quality and risk across multiple concurrent projects
• Serve as a primary point of contact for client stakeholders building trusted relationships through clear communication and consistent delivery
• Coordinate work across designers engineers and technical leads ensuring teams have clear priorities and direction
• Oversee project financials including forecasting fee tracking and change management
• Ensure work complies with industrystandards permitting requirements and regulatory expectations
• Support permitting and thirdâparty coordination efforts (municipalities DOTs jointâuse utilities) as needed
• Review deliverables for quality and constructability before submittal
• Provide construction support and help resolve designârelated issues during build
• Mentor technical leads help shape program strategy and support growth

Your work may span several ongoing initiatives such as:

• Highâvolume distribution design programs (repeatable work with defined standards and workflows)
• Voltage Optimization (VO) initiatives focused on system performance and efficiency
• Distribution Automation (DA) projects including device upgrades and grid modernization
• Municipalityâ and DOTâdriven relocations tied to roadway and infrastructure improvements
• Distributed Energy Resources (DER) including solar (PV) Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) backup generators EV chargers etc.

These programs are longâterm fastâmoving and highly collaborativeideal for PMs who enjoy structure variety and visible impact.

Youll thrive in this role if you:

• Enjoy managing multiple projects at once in a program environment
• Are comfortable balancing client expectations internal delivery and financial performance
• Like working closely with technical teams without needing to be the technical designer yourself
• Value clear processes strong standards and continuous improvement
• Want to build longâterm client relationships rather than jumping from project to project

Heres what youll need:

• Project management experience supporting electric distribution or utility infrastructure programs or other engineering/construction related spaces
• Experience managing scope schedule and budget in a consulting or utilityâfacing environment
• Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with utility clients
• Strong leadership and team management skills potentially including leadership of other PMs.
• Ability to lead crossâfunctional teams and keep work moving in a deadlineâdriven environment
• Proficiency in forecasting and financial management especially in a Fixed Fee and Unitized platform.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards regulatory requirements and technical innovations.

Nice to have:

• Prior experience working with large investor-owned electric utilities (IOU)
• Familiarity with distribution design workflows permitting and construction support
• Experience managing programâbased or unitized work
• PMP or similar certification
• Experience with various PM platforms such as MS Project PE6 Oracle Maximo Salesforce

Why Join Us

• Innovative Projects:Work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact.
• Career Growth:Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Inclusive Culture:Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values your unique contributions.

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ENTRUST Solutions Group an ENR Top 100 company is a community of people 3000 strong who are committed to our clients and each other. We provide comprehensive and dependable engineering consulting and automation services to gas and electric utilities telecommunication service providers pipeline operators and industrial companies.

In return for top talent ENTRUST Solutions Group offers:

• Generous paid time off and benefits
• 401(k) retirement program with a company match
• Career development programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work schedule

The base salary for this position ranges from $105000 to $130000 annually. The specific amount within this range will be influenced by the work location and various factors such as internal equity professional skills work experience and pertinent education or training.â

Benefits offered include company sponsored medical dental vision and 401(k) plan with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement voluntary life disability critical illness accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually. Full time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.â

May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.

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Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

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